Classic Serengeti & Zanzibar

BM-18661

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13 days

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This was a great trip, full of new experiences and great sights. The diverse itinerary was a key highlight - ranging from cities/towns, safari and island/beach at the end. Wild camping in the Serengeti was amazing !! It was also great to travel with people from a wide range of countries and backgrounds, this only added to the great experience.

Deborah D | Traveled in February

5 - Excellent

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13 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

14 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Ends

Nairobi, Kenya

Zanzibar, Tanzania

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Highlights

Enjoy wildlife drives in the Serengeti.

Savour traditional cuisine in a local village.

Take in the views at Ngorongoro Crater.

Meet local artisans on a village walk.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stone Town.

Take in the aromas of a spice plantation tour.

Relax on a tropical beach

Take in the aromas of a spice plantation tour.

Relax on a tropical beach

Itinerary

East Africa brims with more than just wildlife—on the "Classic Serengeti & Zanzibar" tour, you’ll discover the everyday rhythms of local village life alongside unforgettable safari moments. This 13-day guided national parks trip starts in Nairobi and ends in Zanzibar, plunging experienced travelers into the heart of Kenya and Tanzania.

From the acacia-dotted plains of the Serengeti to the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater, your journey is packed with game drives guaranteed to deliver envy-inducing wildlife snaps. But the real magic comes from authentic local experiences: tour village huts, witness traditional construction, and visit a working spice plantation in Zanzibar.

The unique selling point? A thoughtfully balanced itinerary that pairs wildlife safaris with cultural encounters—perfect for those who want to see, learn, and truly connect with East Africa.

day 1Nairobi

Arrive at any time.
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Accomodation

The Landmark Suites Westlands (or similar)

Included Activity

Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

Optional Activities

Bomas of Kenya Tour This tour gives you a glimpse into the life of 42 different tribes of the country that make up Kenya's rich culture. Get a better understanding of village life by visiting homesteads and enjoy a display and sounds of folk dances performed. Entrance fee and hotel pick-up included., National Museum Take a stroll through this museum to get a better understanding of Kenya's rich heritage through a range of cultural and natural-history exhibits. Learn more about the region's bird population at the Birds of East Africa exhibit, a huge gallery of at least 900 stuffed specimens. Get a refreshing take on Kenyan history counterpoint to colonial historiographies at the Historia Ya Kenya display. Entrance fee and hotel pick-up included. , Karen Blixen Museum Converted from the former home of pioneer coffee farmer and acclaimed writer Karen Blixen, this museum provides visitors insight into life of a Danish settler in pre-Independence Kenya. Take a walk through the home, and magnificent gardens that provide a stunning view of the Ngong hills. Hotel pick-up and entrance fee included., The Carnivore Restaurant Feast on a range of familiar and exotic meats roasted over an open flame barbecue pit. Ever wanted to try ostrich or crocodile? Here's your chance to do so (at a world-renowned restaurant, at that). Price includes the price of a meal (without a beverage) and hotel pick-up.

day 2Nairobi/Arusha

day 3Arusha/Mto wa Mbu

day 4Mto wa Mbu/Serengeti National Park

day 5Serengeti National Park

day 6Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro

day 7Ngorongoro/Arusha

day 8Arusha

day 9Arusha/Stone Town

day 10Beach day in Zanzibar

day 11 - 12Beach day in Zanzibar

day 13Stone Town

What's Included

Accommodation

Simple hotels (8 nt), full-service camping (4 nts).

Meals

12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Note: Allow USD330-430 for meals not included.

Transport

Public shuttle, 7-seat 4x4 safari vehicle, plane, minibus, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer), certified safari driver/guide, camp crew, local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Mto wa Mbu Community Visit and Lunch, Mto wa MbuYour G for Good Moment: Clean Cookstove Project Visit, Mto wa MbuYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupLake Manyara wildlife safari driveSerengeti wildlife safari drivesNgorongoro Crater wildlife safari driveScenic flight from Arusha to ZanzibarOrientation walk in Stone TownSpice plantation guided tour

What's Excluded

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